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New Technologies: Nanotechnology

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It is hailed as having the potential to help solve some of the developing world's biggest problems. But what can nanotechnology — the science of the infinitely small — really do? And what are its risks and benefits?

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Opinions and Analysis

Nanotubos de carbono Expert highlights the importance of Cuban nanotech

Nanotechnology should be used to develop Cuban pharmaceutical products to prevent them being pushed out of the market, warns an expert.

31 December 2008 | ES
Source: Granma

A carbon nanotube Technology transfer is key to reaping nanotech benefits

Technology transfer is central to translating nanotechnology research into benefits for society, says Bai Chunli.

13 November 2008 | EN | 中文
Source: Nature

Kenyan education should embrace nanotechnology

6 June 2008 | EN
Source: Business Daily Africa

Risk research needed for water nanotechnology

25 October 2007 | EN
Source: Nature Nanotechnology


News and Features

A computer-generated image of a carbon nanotube which has similarities to asbestos Report highlights need for nanomaterial safety research

A report has warned that research into the safety of nanomaterials is not keeping up with their rapid development.

14 November 2008 | EN | 中文
Source: BBC Online

Egypt to host first Northern African nanotech centre

A partnership between Egypt and IBM will establish the first regional nanotechnology research centre in Cairo.

10 October 2008 | EN

Thailand puts big money into nanoscience

28 August 2008 | EN | 中文
Source: Nature Nanotechnology